Question from RDC
I have two questions, please. I know carpeting should be avoided because–in addition to the fact it offgasses–it harbors all sorts of mites, danders, dust, and other allergens. Given its surface texture, won’t cork flooring cause the same problems? Also, with regard to those problems, are area rugs (e.g., oriental rugs) any better than standard carpeting? Thanks for your advice.
Debra’s Answer
I’ve never had a cork floor, so readers, what is your experience?
I find natural fiber area rugs to be fine, and not at all like wall-to-wall carpet. I have had in the past some cotton rugs I could toss in the washer. Currently I have a small wool area rug in my hallway that covers an old air vent that opens to the crawlspace and is hard to walk on. We just take it outdoors and beat it every once in a while.
